By Diana Namawolya
In a bid to make compliance more integrated and technology enabled, the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) Uganda hosted its 1st Bi-Annual Capital Markets Intermediaries Forum 2026 under the theme, “From Reactive to Proactive: The Future of Compliance” on the 13th May, 2026.
The forum brought together key licensed intermediaries and key stakeholders to discuss practical strategies for strengthening a more resilient, transparent, and inclusive capital markets industry in Uganda.
At this event, the Authority had presentations on CMA’s previous Annual Compliance Report, Results of the sector wide risk assessment, Anti- Money Laundering on the role of accountable persons, CMA regulatory sandbox and a Q & A session with the audience where experts from CMA engaged with the intermediaries on practical solutions that provided them with first-hand knowledge from the regulator.
Josephine Okui Ossiya, CEO Capital Markets Authority highlighted the growing importance of proactive and technology-driven compliance frameworks that can effectively respond to the evolving dynamics of Uganda’s financial markets. She also noted the significant milestones achieved within the country’s capital markets ecosystem as CMA celebrates 30 years of market development and investor protection.
Furthermore, Denis Kizito, Director Market Supervision emphasized the need for stronger risk-based supervision, enhanced compliance systems, and continued vigilance against emerging threats such as financial fraud, fake investment websites, and money laundering risks.
Discussions at the forum focused on investor protection, digital compliance, anti-money laundering measures, and the role of the CMA Regulatory Sandbox in supporting responsible innovation while safeguarding market integrity.
As CMA marks three decades of shaping Uganda’s capital markets, the Authority remains committed to promoting a safer, smarter, and more inclusive capital markets space for all participants.